Award Winning Historian and Author and Historic Re-enactors to Offer Civil War Presentation on Sept. 22

Published Tuesday, September 18, 2012 at 1:21 pm

Sept. 18, 2012. Blue Ridge Parkway ranger programs are free and open to the public.

Friday, Sept. 7, 2012

Linville Falls Campground Amphitheater – Milepost 316

7:30 p.m. – The Overmountain Men

In the Fall of 1780, the prospects for victory in the Revolutionary War looked pretty bleak for the Patriots. Hope for independence was fading fast until the citizens of the Overmountain country banded together and marched over the mountains to face the threat posed by the British. Join the Ranger to learn more about these true American heroes.

Approximately 45 minutes in length

Crabtree Falls Campground Amphitheater- Milepost 340

7:30 p.m. – Where the Wild Things Are

Snakes, spiders and bears, oh my! Come and learn about the species that many people fear.

Approximately 45 minutes in length

Saturday, Sept. 8, 2012

Linville Falls Campground Amphitheater – Milepost 316

7:30 p.m. – O Christmas Tree

There is a special place for this holiday decoration in the hearts of everyone. Along the Parkway can be seen this symbol of Christmas, but come and learn about this beloved fir beyond is tradition.

Approximately 45 minutes in length

Crabtree Falls Campground Amphitheater- Milepost 340

7:30 p.m. – The Pesky Raccoon

They come in the middle of the night, rolling trash cans and raiding birdfeeders. And yet they look so cute. Come learn about the masked rascals and their clever ways.

Approximately 45 minutes in length

Saturday, September 22, 2012

Linville Falls Campground Amphitheater – Milepost 316

7 p.m. – The Civil War in the Mountains with Award-Winning Historian and Author

In recognition of the 150th anniversary of the Civil War, Civil War historian and award winning author Michael Hardy and a group of historic re-enactors will give a presentation on the Civil War in the Appalachian Mountains.